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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Wolverhampton to Cambridge
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
3 h 26 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Wolverhampton to Cambridge is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Wolverhampton to Cambridge will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
Of the 3 trains that leave Wolverhampton for Cambridge every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 158 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 33 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Wolverhampton to Cambridge
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wolverhampton to Cambridge among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 158 km
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£52 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Wolverhampton to Cambridge train times
The table below shows live departures for Wolverhampton to Cambridge trains for today, Sunday 16 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 07:01 Wolverhampton | 3h57 | 10:58 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:33 Wolverhampton | 4h15 | 11:48 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:01 Wolverhampton | 4h38 | 12:39 Cambridge | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Wolverhampton to Cambridge
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Trains from Wolverhampton to Cambridge run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £33 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 21:44. The fastest train covers the 158 km distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 158 km |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £33 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 04:44 |
Last train 21:44 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales from Wolverhampton to Cambridge trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Wolverhampton and Cambridge from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Wolverhampton to Cambridge train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wolverhampton to Cambridge by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cambridge, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Wolverhampton and Cambridge
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Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 24 Hours a Day Saturday 24 Hours a Day Sunday 06:15 - 23:59
- Car Park: Multi storey
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 1 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle facilities are currently located at the front of the station adjacent to the multi-storey car park whilst redevelopment works are carried out at the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Due to construction works taking place at Wolverhampton station, rail replacement buses are unable to use the short stay car park at the front of the station. For the foreseeable future rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off at bus stop AH on Lichfield Street (by the Moon Under Water public house).
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:10 - 23:00 Saturday 05:10 - 23:00 Sunday 07:00 - 22:55
- Car Park: Premium Bay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The accessible toilets are on platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Platforms 1, 4 and 7
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle point is by the Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Details of the nearest taxi will be supplied by station staff
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Station foyer
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are available on each platform
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Adjacent station building.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 2878
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From bus stop on station forecourt.
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